Welcome To
Plamondon STEM
Elementary
Where Holistic Development Meets Hands-on Learning
IT’S ALWAYS A GREAT DAY AT PLAMONDON!
Discover a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment that prioritizes your child's needs and well-being and emphasizes a well-rounded education in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and social-emotional learning (SEL).
Grades
K-8
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Established
1903
Technology
1:1
Plamondon Fast Facts
Designation: Elementary STEM School,
Enrollment: Open, city-wide, no test required
Address: 2642 W 15th Pl, Chicago, IL 60608
District: Chicago Public School District 299
STEM Lives Within Plamondon
"At Plamondon, we see STEM as more than just lessons in class—it's how we approach all learning. It's central to everything, from art to science. Our approach focuses on learning by doing, using unique spaces such as our 'Chance The Rapper Innovations' lab and cutting-edge makerspaces, highlighting how everything we learn is interconnected."
"SHOUT Out
to the students—or really, SCIENTISTS—of Ambrose Plamondon Elementary and their amazing principal, Dr. Althea Hammond!
It was Principal Hammond who had the vision to use the 'Chance The Rapper' Grant to build out hands-on science and physical space so that it can be sustained."
-Chance The Rapper
Holistic Growth for All
We integrate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) into our STEM curriculum to foster not just academic, but also personal and emotional development.
With Gratitude, Our Community Partners
We've forged valuable partnerships with prestigious organizations such as America Scores, Mount Sinai Hospital, Cinespace Film Studios, and Lyric Opera of Chicago. These collaborations enrich our STEM curriculum with unique experiences and resources, including cooking and soccer programs, as well as an on-campus opera production created and performed by Plamondon students.
Every Day is a Great Day at Plamondon!
"What sets Plamondon apart is its nurturing atmosphere. Many parents select our school based on positive word-of-mouth recommendations. For those who have had less-than-ideal experiences elsewhere, Plamondon offers a sanctuary. The environment here is exceptionally kind and supportive—a wonderful place to be. Whenever I talk with my staff, we're all in agreement: every day is a great day at Plamondon."
–Dr. Althea Hammond, Instructional Leader & Principal